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GJ06 AEK

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,438 mi
Last recorded62,438 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 AEK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 62,438 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2025 61,847 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 61,096 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 60,302 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 59,342 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 58,297 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 58,297 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 56,871 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 56,871 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 55,202 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 53,371 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 52,367 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 50,872 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 50,022 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 48,685 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 47,572 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 39,644 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 29,146 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 16,765 miles

All Tyres Nearing legal limit

Excess Freeplay on Park Brake pedal

Seat belt buckle stop missing (Offside front)

Fail 23 Mar 2010 16,765 miles

All Tyres Nearing legal limit

Excess Freeplay on Park Brake pedal

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Seat belt buckle stop missing (Offside front)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 9,498 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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GJ06 AEK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 80,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ06 AEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ06 AEK registered?

GJ06 AEK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is GJ06 AEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ06 AEK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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